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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Chester (CTR)

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21

train journeys
per day

119

miles (191 kms)

3hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

07:06 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Chester is approximately 119 miles (191 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 52 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Chester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:06
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    10:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    12:06
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    12:26
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:41
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:41
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:11
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    14:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:11
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    16:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    17:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:11
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    18:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:36
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    19:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:01
    2 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    19:57
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:36
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    21:13
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:11
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    21:26
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:27
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    22:40
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    23:20
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:51
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    00:29
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:36
    8 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    06:30
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Chester
    Cardiff Queen Street to Chester

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Chester. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Chester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.